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Sailfish Marina, located at 96 Lake Drive in West Palm Beach, will be hosting one of the premiere arts and crafts shows in the Palm Beaches this and every Thursday.  Nestled in the beautiful tropical setting you will find blown glass, wooden sculptures, pottery, gold and silver jewelry and much, much more.   Over 35 artists come from as far away as Seattle, Washington.  It has something for everyone.

Make your way to the Sailfish Marina on Singer Island Thursday at sunset.  Lining the seawall at 6pm, are the vendors and local artists.  Enjoy classic Floridian cuisine.   The Sailfish Marina offers conch fritters, grouper dogs, and island cocktails for purchase.  A steel drum band is playing in the background and talented guitarists often entertain…

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In this area, it is hard not to see a smiling face with the abundant natural beauty of beaches, waterways, and perpetual sunshine!  Ask anyone around here “What is the friendliest city in America?” and the response will probably be their hometown of Jupiter, Stuart, North Palm Beach, or a number of any of the nearby cities.

According to Conde Nast’s annual Reader’s Choice Survey for 2014 via The Palm Beach Post:

#10 friendliest city is Ashville, NC

# 9 friendliest city is Nashville, TN

# 8 friendliest city is Key West, FL

# 7 friendliest city is Jackson Hole, FL

# 6 friendliest city is Fort Worth, TX

# 5 friendliest city is New Orleans, LA

# 4 friendliest city is Telluride, CO

# 3 friendliest city is San Antonio, TX

# 2 friendliest…

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The Palm Beach Summer Beer Fest takes place this SATURDAY, AUGUST 9, 2014 from 1pm to 5pm in the air conditioned comfort of the South Florida Fairgrounds boasting more than 150 craft beers. Come check it out in the humidity free indoor venue.

Sponsored by 103.1 WIRK Country radio, the beer bash includes the following participating breweries: Delray’s  Saltwater Brewery, Cigar City, Funky Buddha, New Belgium, Brooklyn Brewery, Abita, Ommegang, Terrapin, Holy Mackerel, Magic Hat, Newcastle, Guinness, SweetWater, Kona, Rooney’s, Duvel, Sierra Nevada, and many others.

Adding to the “sudsy vibe”, there will be a “king of the home brew” contest, a gaming area, a silent disco, and live music by Better Than Ezra, Ryan Kinder and County Line Road.

Plenty…

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 Shipwreck Bar and Grille

Located at 1511 North Old Dixie Highway in Jupiter, SHIPWRECK BAR and GRILLE is receiving rave reviews!  Patrons are continuing to compliment the pirate and galleon ship themed restaurant by returning to the sports bar with friends.  The family friendly restaurant offers a wide variety of delicious entrees on the menu.  Specialty dishes from under the sea include lobster, crab, and oysters.  Landlubbers will find satisfaction with a juicy steak or hamburger.  If you are interested in something lighter, perhaps the chef could entice you in a fresh cup of chowder and a fish sandwich, garden burger, or a fresh salad. 

Browse through the restaurant’s new gift shop as you await your lunch or dinner, notice how in the spacious two level restaurant,…

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Tucked into the northernmost corner of Palm Beach County is the beautiful waterfront Town of Jupiter.  Jupiter is blessed with an abundance of water and natural beauty.  Its small town charm is enhanced by the historic Jupiter Lighthouse, which has stood protectively overlooking the Jupiter Inlet for more than 150 years.  To the east lies miles of sandy white Atlantic Ocean beaches with turquoise blue waters.  To the west is “the wild and scenic Loxahatchee River” thought to be one of the last remaining wild river ways in the nation. 

It is here in this quaint seaside town of Jupiter, that the Gulf Stream comes closest to shore in all of the United States.  Anglers worldwide, enjoy the best saltwater and freshwater fishing off our shores. 

Jupiter…

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 cocha_marina_1488According to the recorded deed, Concha Marina, Ivana Trump’s landmarked oceanfront Palm Beach estate sold last week for $16.6 million dollars. She purchased the home 20 years ago, after her split from ex-husband Donald Trump. 

Mrs. Trump paid $4.4 million for the house in 1994; two years after her divorce became final.

The home is a magnificent Addison Mizner estate with many of the original details intact.  Mr. Mizner was an American resort architect whose Mediterranean and Spanish Colonial Revival style interpretations left an "indelible stamp on South Florida" and continues to inspire architects to present day.

The estate has nine bedrooms with 14,406 square feet of living space.   The Spanish – Mediterranean style house is situated upon a lot…

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A “Fantasy 5” lottery ticket that was sold in Palm Beach Gardens is worth more than $177,000 after Sunday’s, June 20, 2014 drawing, according to Florida Lottery officials.

The ticket was purchased at Publix Market, located at 4101 Hood Road, and is worth $177,632.48.

The winning numbers are 8-10-14-28-33. CONGRATULATIONS to the winner!

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The summer sun can really affect your skin in many ways. The most common problem people complain about is pigmentation and deep wrinkles caused by sun exposure. Just by living, it is next to impossible to stay out of the beautiful sunshine.  It is essential to ALWAYS properly protect your skin from sun damage by wearing sunscreens, harts, and proper clothing.

It is okay to be in the sun for short periods of time without sunscreen or some kind of protection? It is NEVER okay to be in the sun without protection. Even after 15 minutes of direct sun exposure experts can track UV damage to the exposed cells.  It is recommended to use a broad spectrum SPF of 40 or higher.  Most consumers do not realize that sunscreens lose their efficacy throughout the…

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Homes in our area are built overlooking the azure blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the tranquil waters of the Intracoastal Waterway, or the wild and scenic Loxahatchee River.  Waterfont living is a relaxed, yet luxurious lifestyle centered around our gorgeous coastline.

Jupiter, Jupiter Island, Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach Gardens, Stuart and the surrounding areas offer waterfront living with a quiet place settle down and enjoy the sunset.  The area also offers world class dining, shopping, and a vibrant cultural arts scene with Palm Beach and Miami just minutes away.

So whether you are beach lover, golfer, boater married to a nature lover dreaming of owning a waterfront property consider this area.  Speak to a Waterfront Properties and…

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Admirals Cove is committed to families.  The youth program at The Club at Admirals Cove is called the “Covesters”.   The kids programs at Admirals Cove include Camp at the Cove, youth fishing, Movie, night, family night, homework assistance, tennis, golf, holiday parties, birthday parties, and so much more. 

Get the family together and join in the fun. Play bingo, trivia, sing karaoke, board games or sport challenges offered every third Saturday of the month. 

Every Friday night from 6-9pm there are a variety of exciting indoor and outdoor activities. One group will get started with crafts, while the other group tests their skill with and exciting outdoor sport ( perhaps on the half court basketball hoop or swimming pool).  Trained counselors will…

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